Mold Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

April 2023 marked a period of relative stability in Mold’s crime profile, with the overall crime rate of 11.7 per 1,000 residents remaining 56% above the UK average. This figure, while consistent with the area’s long-term trend of elevated crime rates, was shaped by seasonal factors such as the Easter holiday and the onset of spring, which typically see increased outdoor activity and public gatherings. The most prevalent crime category was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 37.8% of all reported incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (24.4%) and public order offences (7.6%). These patterns may be influenced by the built-up nature of Mold, where densely populated areas and public spaces are more prone to disorderly conduct. The high rate of anti-social behaviour, which is 273% above the UK average, suggests a particular challenge in managing community interactions during periods of heightened social activity. Meanwhile, property crimes such as shoplifting and burglary, though lower in volume compared to violent crimes, still showed significant deviations from national averages—shoplifting was 88% above the UK rate, and burglary was 100% above. This contrast between property and violent crime may reflect the dual pressures of local economic factors and social dynamics. The seasonal context of April, with its Easter-related events and milder weather, likely contributed to the persistence of anti-social behaviour and the temporary decline in vehicle crime, as fewer vehicles on the road during holidays may reduce opportunities for such offences. However, the overall crime profile indicates that systemic issues—rather than transient events—continue to drive Mold’s rates above the national benchmark.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in April 2023 was a 55.2% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 29 to 45 incidents. This surge, which outpaced all other categories, may be linked to the Easter holiday period and increased foot traffic in public spaces. Concurrently, other theft and burglary both doubled from their March figures—other theft rose from 4 to 8 and burglary from 0 to 6—highlighting potential vulnerabilities in local security measures. In contrast, vehicle crime fell sharply by 66.7%, declining from 3 to 1, possibly reflecting reduced vehicle presence during the Easter break. Anti-social behaviour in Mold remains 273% above the UK average, while violence and sexual offences are 12% above the national benchmark. These disparities suggest that local factors, such as community dynamics or event-related congestion, are amplifying certain crime types disproportionately.

Mold’s crime rate in April 2023 remained stable compared to the previous month, dropping slightly from 11.9 to 11.7 per 1,000 residents. This minimal change suggests that the overall crime picture has not shifted dramatically in the short term, though localized fluctuations in specific categories may still be notable. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four reported crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the broader trend of consistent activity levels in the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 85 residents, a monthly aggregate that highlights the frequency of incidents in a population of 10,150. This ratio, while not indicating daily exposure, underscores the proportion of the population affected by crime within a single month. When viewed through the lens of population size, the 11.7 rate places Mold significantly above the UK average, but the stability between April and March suggests that broader systemic factors—rather than temporary spikes—may be driving this disparity.